1968 AMC AMX vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 245 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 AMC AMX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | AMX | Fit |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2499 mm |
